1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 21 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 316 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.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | DeVille | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
