1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2007 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 371 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Cadillac DeVille 2007 Kia Sportage
Make Cadillac Kia
Model DeVille Sportage
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 251 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 58 L