2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
