2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sportage | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |