1971 Cadillac Calais vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1971 Cadillac Calais | 1979 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Calais | Toronado |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7733 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |