2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Diplomat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |