1966 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Stagea is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1966 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Stagea |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7027 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |