2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
