2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Cressida |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |