1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 90 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
