1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 650 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |