1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1991 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 100 kg more than 1991 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 Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1991 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Fleetwood | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
