1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 44 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DeVille | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
