1986 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 316 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) has 88 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 455 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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 1986 BMW 316. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | BMW | Kia |
| Model | 316 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
