1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1991 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, both 1991 Cadillac DeVille and 1991 Chevrolet Nova were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 102 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Nova.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Nova has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Nova 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 Nova | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Nova |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
