2008 Kia Carens vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 77 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Carens | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
