1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 911 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Calais | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 69 L |
