2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 254 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
