1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 867 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
