1984 Holden Commodore vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 77 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Holden Commodore | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Sportage |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |