1984 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,085 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Cadillac DeVille (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Cadillac DeVille | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | DeVille | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4085 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |