2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 180 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 733 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escalade | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
