2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 26 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 387 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |