1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 13 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Honda NSX 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 2005 Honda NSX. 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 DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |