2011 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara 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 292 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara, 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Escalade | Pintara |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1928 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2560 mm |