2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 329 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
