1989 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 447 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | DeVille | Quest |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |