2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |