2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1923 kg more than 1970 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Escalade | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
