1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |