2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sportage | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
