1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 18 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, 1991 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. 1991 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
Model | DeVille | Defender |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |