1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1984 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 16 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 184 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. 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 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1984 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Calais | Nova |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
