1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 70 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |
