1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 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 1 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 215 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | DeVille | 25 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
