1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Opa. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Opa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa. 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Opa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
