1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2008 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 542 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Italdesign Nazca 2008 Kia Sportage
Make Italdesign Kia
Model Nazca Sportage
Year Released 1993 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 297 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1542 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2640 mm


 

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