2012 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 19 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), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 452 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | CTS | Capital |
Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |