1995 Kia Retona vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. Both 1995 Kia Retona and 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Retona | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
