2009 Kia Rondo vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rondo | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
