1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 31 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 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 706 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
