1973 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 529 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Commodore | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
