1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |