2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1970 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1970 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
