1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 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 21 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 330 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
