1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille 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 27 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 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 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | DeVille | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
