2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra 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 255 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. 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 (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Escalade | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
