2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 61 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 928. 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 928 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 86 L |
