1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Routan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 311 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 78 L |