1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 45 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 455 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | DeVille | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4495 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |