1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 99 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4894 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
