1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 38 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 555 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (293 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
