2002 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 62 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 528 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
