1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Calais | Shogun |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |