1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 577 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
