2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1727 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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 1984 Honda Civic. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
