1968 AMC AMX vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | AMC | Kia |
| Model | AMX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
