2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 537 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
