2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Honda NSX. (251 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1393 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX. 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 1988 Honda NSX. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda NSX. (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda NSX. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1988 Honda NSX 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 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | NSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
