1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 43 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
