2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1960 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. 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 1960 Morris Minor. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1960 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
