2001 Acura RSX vs. 1984 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 284 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1984 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
