1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 484 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |
