1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 44 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster 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 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | Duster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2673 mm |
