2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
