2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia 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 266 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
