2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 832 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1971 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Sportage | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |