1991 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Audi 80.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
