1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 41 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) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 830 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 2009 Daewoo Nubira, 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 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daewoo |
| Model | DeVille | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
