1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Toyota Century
To start off, 1984 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1968 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Century. (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
