2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Borrego | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
