2005 Kia Retona vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Retona | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
