1992 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile 88. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | 88 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
