1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1985 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 24 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 83 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (278 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DeVille | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
