1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. (346 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1973 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Blazer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 346 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |