2007 Kia Optima vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Optima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Kia Optima | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Optima | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |