2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Omega would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1979 Oldsmobile Omega has manual transmission. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Omega |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |