2004 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1986 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2820 mm |
