1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 68 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2. 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 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
