2007 Acura TL vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura TL 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 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac DeVille (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | DeVille |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |