1975 Cadillac Calais vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1975 Cadillac Calais and 1975 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Calais (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 970 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1975 Cadillac Calais | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Cadillac | Datsun |
Model | Calais | 280Z |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2304 mm |