1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille

To start off, both 1992 Cadillac Brougham and 1992 Cadillac DeVille were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Brougham 1992 Cadillac DeVille
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model Brougham DeVille
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 4087 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 185 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2820 mm