1975 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac DeVille (180 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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:
| 1975 Cadillac DeVille | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Celica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
