1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Almera is newer by 16 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Almera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
