1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 969 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DeVille | Excursion |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 3054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |