2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| 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 | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
