1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 980 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
