1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 24 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 117 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (111 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 978 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. 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 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. (252 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Calais | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |