1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 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 (582 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1962 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | DeVille | Korando |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
