2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina 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) has 278 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
