1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 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 67 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
