1986 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 26 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 928. 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 928 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
