1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 323. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 728 kg more than 1977 Mazda 323. 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 1977 Mazda 323. 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 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 323 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
