2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
