2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
