2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Picanto | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
