2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 265 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 834 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 1981 Honda Accord. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
