1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort 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 84 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 665 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 1984 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
