1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica 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 111 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 933 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Celica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 131 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |