1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 110 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 951 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 562 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 149 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |