1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Kia Optima. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima, 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Optima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
