1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 207 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire has manual transmission. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DeVille | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
