2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 2007 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
