2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sportage | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
