2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 918 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
