1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 27 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 78 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 840 kg more than 1995 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Calais | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |