1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Astra 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 52 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 602 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 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 1980 Vauxhall Astra. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Astra. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1980 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sportage | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
