2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 611 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sportage | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3230 mm |