2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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 1973 Ford Capri. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Capri |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
