2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri 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 293 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
