1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 17 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Previa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
