1991 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 22 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 532 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
