2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sportage | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
