1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 65 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 535 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (373 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Calais | Shogun |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |