2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 488 kg more than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
