2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 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 83 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1976 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sportage | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
