2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1977 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 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 (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen 1302. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1977 Volkswagen 1302 has manual transmission. 1977 Volkswagen 1302 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1977 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escalade | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
