1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 35 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 71 L |
