1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 404 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
