2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 588 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |