1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 20 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 187 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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 (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Cadillac | Acura |
Model | DeVille | TL |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |