1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight 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 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 62 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight. 1984 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Insight 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 | 1999 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Insight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
