1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 685 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Sprinter | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
