1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 745 kg more than 1999 Toyota Venture. 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 Toyota Venture, 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Venture |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |