1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte.
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, 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass (250 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Kia |
| Model | Cutlass | Forte |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |
