2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1970 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 840 kg more than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1970 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
