2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf 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 67 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 497 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sportage | Golf |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
