1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt 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 147 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
