1980 Buick Electra vs. 1967 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1967 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Calais |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |
