1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Calais | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
