1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 455 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Cutlass | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |