1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 83 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. 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 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sportage | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
