1975 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 35 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 418 kg more than 1975 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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:
| 1975 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Defender |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
