1990 Audi 80 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
