1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 342 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Camry | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
