2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 613 kg more than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
