1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 128 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 1990 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
