1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 29 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 (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 675 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |
