2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
