1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 80 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo. 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 | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
