1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
