2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Ford Capri
To start off, 2007 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1519 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Capri. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Capri |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
