2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Jeep CJ7 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 260 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1984 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Escalade | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2380 mm |
