2010 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rio | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2640 mm |
