2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 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 286 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 854 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. 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 Simca 1100. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Escalade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 47 L |
