2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana 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 238 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Santana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |