1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Calais 2002 Nissan X-Trail
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Calais X-Trail
Year Released 1968 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 80.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 60 L