1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 21 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2675 mm |
