1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 332 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (272 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
