1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 54 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 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 214 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Because 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2127 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
