1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 1963 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 1963 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival, 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
