1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
