1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 457 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Corona |
Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |