1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 24 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 65 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan. (289 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Calais | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
