1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Corolla |
Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |