2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 358 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 725 kg more than 1978 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort 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 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 910 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 | 53 L |
