2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |