1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
