1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 667 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |