2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 182 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Escalade | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
