1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus 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 | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Focus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
