1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 693 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Sprint | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
