2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace 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 (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1824 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 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 1988 Fiat Vivace. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2230 mm |
