1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 655 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 1967 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
