1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1998 Toyota MR2 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 55 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 840 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota MR2 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 1998 Toyota MR2. 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Calais | MR2 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |