1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 18 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | DeVille | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
