2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina 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 344 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 2042 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2250 mm |
