2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 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 (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1935 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. 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 1965 Honda S600. 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 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | S600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
