2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 221 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
