1988 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 764 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4086 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3220 mm |
