1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 1991 Cadillac DeVille and 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 435 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
