2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel GT. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
