1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2009 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 41 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Kia Opirus. 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, 2009 Kia Opirus, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2009 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
