1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 22 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
