2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 45 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | 11 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
