2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 118 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 1978 Toyota Century. 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
