1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 1993 Cadillac DeVille and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
