1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Newport | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
