1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Chrysler LHS
To start off, 2000 Chrysler LHS is newer by 31 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, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 446 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Chrysler LHS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | LHS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 100 L |
