1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 26 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 139 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Calais | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
