2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 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 339 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1679 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1969 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Escalade | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
