2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1962 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1913 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1962 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 36 L |
