1964 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 43 kg more than 1964 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
