1977 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 305 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
