2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 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 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 435 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sportage | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
