2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1847 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
