1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President 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 88 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | President |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
