1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Cadillac Seville (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 433 kg more than 2001 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Seville | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
