2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Kia K2700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia K2700 has manual transmission. 2005 Kia K2700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | K2700 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1710 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
