2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (126 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Marcos 2 Litres. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1968 Marcos 2 Litres has manual transmission. 1968 Marcos 2 Litres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 1968 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Kia | Marcos |
Model | Sportage | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |