2001 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2001 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 278 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 924 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
