1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 129 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Calais | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
