1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
