1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 21 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 80 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Sierra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 238 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |