1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 403 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Taunus | Sportage |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |