2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1991 Honda Prelude. (110 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 694 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (407 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Prelude. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DeVille | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
