1974 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1988 Ford RS 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Calais. (193 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 Ford RS 200.
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1974 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |