2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1138 kg more than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. 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 1968 Morris Mini Moke. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Escalade | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 29 L |
