2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown 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 306 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Escalade | Crown |
Year Released | 2011 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 157 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2700 mm |