1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 39 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 45 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (314 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
