2008 Acura TL vs. 1989 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 19 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, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 266 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac DeVille. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1989 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
