2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1009 kg more than 1974 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 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sportage | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2340 mm |
