1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 26 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 108 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 891 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
