1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 37 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
