1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1990 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 22 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 45 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1990 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Astro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 338 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 | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |