1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1983 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
