2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Dodge Aspen 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 107 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Escalade | Aspen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
