2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Ford Escort

To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 715 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac Escalade 1975 Ford Escort
Make Cadillac Ford
Model Escalade Escort
Year Released 2009 1975
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 403 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 566 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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