2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sportage | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |