1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 16 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 478 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
