2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 792 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
