1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 152 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 2009 Dodge Charger 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 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Cadillac DeVille 2009 Dodge Charger
Make Cadillac Dodge
Model DeVille Charger
Year Released 1990 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4467 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 153 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1692 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3050 mm


 

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