2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic 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 215 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1791 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. 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 1987 Honda Civic. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2210 mm |
