2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 734 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sportage | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
