1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2002 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2002 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 34 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) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2002 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
