1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1985 Subaru XT 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 94 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 975 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. 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 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1985 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Calais | XT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
