1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 327 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Sportage | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sportage | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |