1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 45 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 50 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
