1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Mustang | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 503 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |