1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 39 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
