1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
