1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1980 Honda Accord
To start off, 1980 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 149 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1980 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |