1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 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 138 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 971 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Calais | 121 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
