1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 350 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 1979 Cadillac Seville 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 1979 Cadillac Seville. 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | DeVille | Seville |
Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |