1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
