1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 197 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DeVille | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
