1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 895 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
