2004 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2400 mm |
