1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Nissan Quest.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Quest |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3160 mm |
