1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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 114 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica. 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 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
