1983 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 606 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
