1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Calais | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
