2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry 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 301 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2007 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
