1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1994 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1994 Holden Commodore 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 55 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 730 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1994 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Calais | Commodore |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 295 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |