1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1983 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 139 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
