2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 567 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
