1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 152 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 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | Charger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
