1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 738 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sephia II. (145 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
