1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 26 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 124 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.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | DeVille | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2619 mm |
