2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1367 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Laurel |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2612 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1918 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2410 mm |