1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1991 Cadillac DeVille and 1991 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 111 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 605 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. 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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Laser 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 Ford Laser | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | DeVille | Laser |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4894 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |