1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 44 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Calais | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |
