1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 538 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
