2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD 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 49 more horse power than 1978 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 901 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD. 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 1978 Ford LTD. 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | LTD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
