1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 47 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 3 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
