2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 278 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | Escalade | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
