1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | DeVille | RX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
