2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |