1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1995 Dodge Intrepid 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 28 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Calais | Intrepid |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 257 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |