1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 42 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, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 491 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (344 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Accord |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 344 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |