1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | DeVille | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 1457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
