1993 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 278 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4892 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3240 mm |