1990 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1965 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. (177 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Eldorado | 1965 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Calais |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
