1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Crown Victoria | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |