1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 99 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |