2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina 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 273 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1948 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. 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 1987 Holden Barina. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Holden Barina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Escalade | Barina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2250 mm |