2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Sportage | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |