1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 34 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| 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 | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2911 mm |
