1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 732 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac DeVille 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 1962 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Capital |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |
