1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Cadillac Cimarron
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Cimarron is newer by 17 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 105 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 955 kg more than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron. (297 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac Cimarron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Cadillac Cimarron | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Calais | Cimarron |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
