2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1768 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. 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 (515 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Escalade | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
