2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 618 kg more than 2000 Kia Sportage.
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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sportage | Patrol |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |