1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 550 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. 1984 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
