2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
