1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
