2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II 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 239 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Mark II |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |