2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 31 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sportage | Volare |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |