1999 Kia Rio vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rio | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3230 mm |