2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 914 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
