1980 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 421 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
