1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 655 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
