1973 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 445 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Venza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2775 mm |
