2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 343 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 948 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
