1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 40 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 96 L |
