2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 469 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
