2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S 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 202 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3837 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 566 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |