1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 503 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.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
