1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 41 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) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Calais.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Optra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
