1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |