2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno 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 (346 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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 1990 Fiat Uno. 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 (515 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Escalade | Uno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
