1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix
To start off, both 1969 Cadillac Calais and 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix (286 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 365 kg more than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Because 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (530 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | Dodge Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
