1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Shuttle, 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |