2002 Acura RSX vs. 1988 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,086 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 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, 1988 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1988 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1988 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
