1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 460 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Carina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
