1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 114 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
