2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 237 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
