1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Kia Venga

To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Venga has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Venga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 2010 Kia Venga
Make Oldsmobile Kia
Model Ninety-Eight Venga
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1710 kg


 

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