1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 1983 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 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |