2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 373 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sportage | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |