1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 31 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3350 mm |
