1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Toyota Tundra.

Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (426 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Calais 2000 Toyota Tundra
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model Calais Tundra
Year Released 1968 2000
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 426 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 3270 mm


 

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