1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 680 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2639 mm |