2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | DeVille | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 5009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
