1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane 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 115 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Calais | Megane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
