1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 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 70 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 985 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1965 Cadillac Calais | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | Calais | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |