2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
