1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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 123 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 990 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. 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 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Laser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
