1973 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Calais. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 698 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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1973 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Calais | Accord |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4851 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2741 mm |