1967 Cadillac Calais vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon

To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (62 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 990 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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1967 Cadillac Calais 1980 Plymouth Horizon
Make Cadillac Plymouth
Model Calais Horizon
Year Released 1967 1980
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7029 cc 1714 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2530 mm


 

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