1975 Cadillac Calais vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Calais. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 802 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Calais | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Calais | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
