2002 Acura RSX vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 380 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
