1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 12 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 2 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Prius weights approximately 73 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Prius |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
