1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 450 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
