1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sportage | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |