2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 283 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
