1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar 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) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. 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 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Pulsar. (115 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Calais | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
