1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 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 99 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 565 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Calais |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |
