2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown 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 232 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1969 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 1969 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
