2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 877 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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 1990 Toyota Starlet. 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, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
