1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 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 48 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
