1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2005 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 36 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2005 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Calais | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
