1985 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Avanti Avanti 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 1985 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, both vehicles can yield 325 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Avanti Avanti | 1990 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
