1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (565 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Calais | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
