2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 389 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
