1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 115 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 783 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |