1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 24 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. 1988 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
