2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 273 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | 200 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |