2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett 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 145 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
