1993 Kia Capital vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 442 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1993 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1993 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Capital | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
