1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
