2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |