1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 36 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle, 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |