1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1119 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
