2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 531 kg more than 1990 Mazda 323. 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 1990 Mazda 323. 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 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 323 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
