1999 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1070 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 1990 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 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rio | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2950 mm |