1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 107 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 616 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
