1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 60 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 36 kg more than 1963 Cadillac DeVille.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
