1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 19 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 103 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Calais | G |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
