2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am 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 110 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 Pontiac Trans Am. 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) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
