2010 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar 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 309 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. 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, 1984 Ford Telstar, 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Escalade | Telstar |
Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2520 mm |