2006 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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 Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rio | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
