2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 107 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
