1975 Cadillac Calais vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 35 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Calais. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 453 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus.
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1975 Cadillac Calais | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Calais | Taurus |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2868 mm |