2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1977 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville 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 225 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 767 kg more than 1977 Cadillac Seville. 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 1977 Cadillac Seville. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1977 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Escalade | Seville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
