1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Safari 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 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
