1986 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 22 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, 2008 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Kia Carens.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Seville | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
