1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 11 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 124 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 675 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Cadillac | Buick |
Model | Calais | Century |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 217 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |