2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 986 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1014 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
