1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2007 Honda FR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 39 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda FR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 658 kg more than 2007 Honda FR-V. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Cadillac Calais 2007 Honda FR-V
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Calais FR-V
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 228 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 192 Nm
Engine Bore Size 109.2 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 103.1 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1447 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2120 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 58 L


 

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