2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II 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 296 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1472 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
