1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 22 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, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
