1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 207 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Caprice | Sportage |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |