1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1114 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 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3386 mm |
