1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Land Rover Discovery. 1993 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1997 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1997 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | DeVille | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
