2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 622 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
