1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1985 Subaru Rex 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 197 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1985 Subaru Rex. 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 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Calais | Rex |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |
