1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1977 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Skoda 110 L 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 82 more horse power than 1977 Skoda 110 L. (44 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 652 kg more than 1977 Skoda 110 L. 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 Skoda 110 L. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1977 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Sportage | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
