1983 Hummer H1 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Hummer H1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Hummer H1 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Hummer H1 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1338 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Hummer H1 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Hummer | Kia |
| Model | H1 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
