1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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, 1987 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 682 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | iQ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2000 mm |
