1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
