1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Calais | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
