2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS 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 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | STS | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
