1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 452 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. 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 (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
