1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 1994 Nissan 270 R 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. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 270 R (270 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 270 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 839 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 270 R. (344 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Calais | 270 R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
