1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Corona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
