1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
