2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 187 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escalade | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
