1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 43 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 116 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 733 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 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 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Calais | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |