1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 29 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 8 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. 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 | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daewoo |
| Model | Calais | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
