1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 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 175 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. 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 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Calais | 323 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
