1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 1989 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2578 mm |
