1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 1970 Reliant Bug is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. 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 197 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | Calais | Bug |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1960 mm |
