1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 5 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 368 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Contour |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
