1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 551 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Calais | Passat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
