1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1988 Cadillac DeVille and 1988 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra 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.
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1988 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | DeVille | Vectra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |