2007 Kia Sedona vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sedona | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sedona | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3230 mm |