1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1990 TVR V8 S

To start off, both 1990 Cadillac DeVille and 1990 TVR V8 S were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 488 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.

Because 1990 TVR V8 S 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 1990 TVR V8 S. 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 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (325 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR V8 S has manual transmission. 1990 TVR V8 S 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 1990 TVR V8 S
Make Cadillac TVR
Model DeVille V8 S
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4467 cc 3947 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 153 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 373 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1052 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2290 mm


 

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