1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 228 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. (710 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Calais | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 79 L |
