1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 141 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 920 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Mustang |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 161 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |