2010 Cadillac DTS vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 493 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac DTS | 1995 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DTS | Capital |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2530 mm |
