2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 732 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sportage | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |