1984 Chrysler Executive vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler Executive. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler Executive would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Executive. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Executive. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Chrysler Executive. 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 1984 Chrysler Executive. 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 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Executive. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Executive.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chrysler Executive | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Executive | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |
