1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DeVille | Meteor |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |