1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 18 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2659 mm |
