2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Laurel |
Year Released | 2011 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 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 | 2619 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2680 mm |