1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | DeVille | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
