2007 Acura RL vs. 1984 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1984 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RL | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
