1983 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 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, 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Camaro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
