2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 328 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
