2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 489 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
