2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 450 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2009 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
