1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 39 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
