1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 247 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
