1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
