2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 397 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
