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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 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 536 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 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 | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 188 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1549 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 | 82 L | 58 L |