1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1986 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1986 Ford Thunderbird 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 727 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1986 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |
