1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 688 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 1982 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Suburban | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sportage |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |