1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2004 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. 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, 2004 Cadillac DeVille (420 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 2004 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Seville | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
