1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 69 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
