1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, both 1969 Cadillac Calais and 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 715 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Calais | Coronet |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 292 Nm |
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 | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |