2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
