1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1993 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 830 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2300 mm |
