2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic 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 350 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. 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 1975 Honda Civic. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
