1986 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 1986 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2741 mm |
