2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1963 Toyota Crown. 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 1963 Toyota Crown. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
