1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Calais | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |