1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 455 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 2000 Toyota Mark II. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (378 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Calais | Mark II |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 378 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |