1975 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 37 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Cadillac Calais. (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1975 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
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1975 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Calais | Touareg |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1941 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2893 mm |