1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 725 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
