1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, both 1989 Cadillac DeVille and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 132 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. 1989 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
