1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 50 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 252 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | DeVille | Nitro |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 318 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |