1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 20 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 17 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | DeVille | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2604 mm |