1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 280 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Quest |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3160 mm |
