1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Jetta |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |