1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | Calais |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
