2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rondo | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rondo | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
