1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1985 Cadillac DeVille and 1985 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |