2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 436 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |
