1990 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1992 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |
