2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 344 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1584 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Escalade | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
