1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 419 kg more than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Calais | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
