1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 387 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac DeVille | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DeVille | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 123 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1960 mm |
