1989 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 208 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, both vehicles can yield 175 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
