1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 591 kg more than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Daewoo | Kia |
Model | Maepsy-Na | Sportage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |