2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki LJ 20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki LJ 20.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1972 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
