1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille 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 10 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 457 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | DeVille | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
