1986 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 4 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 Renault 4. 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 Renault 4. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 4. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Renault 4 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 Renault 4 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 4 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
