1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 29 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 94 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Cadillac DeVille is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Sera |
Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 132 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |