1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,127 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Seville | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Seville | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |