1979 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 23 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 95 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Cadillac Seville 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 1979 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, 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, 1979 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1979 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio. 1979 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Rio 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 | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2420 mm |
