1991 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 271 kg more than 1991 Audi 80.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
