1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 16 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 55 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
