2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1672 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
