2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva 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 342 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 825 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
