1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 448 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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 (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Capri |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
