2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
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 Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2480 mm |
