1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 76 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2000 Nissan Sentra, 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) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 176 Nm |
| 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 | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 73 L |
