2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 445 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sportage | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |