1988 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1968 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | DeVille |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3300 mm |