1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 1987 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
