1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 689 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
