1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1983 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 22 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1983 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
