1984 Oldsmobile Omega vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 926 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Oldsmobile Omega | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
Model | Omega | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |