1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 493 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.
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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
