1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
