1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 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 119 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
