2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Opel Senator

To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 721 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.

Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator. 1978 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sportage 1978 Opel Senator
Make Kia Opel
Model Sportage Senator
Year Released 2007 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1990 cc 2488 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 186 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1511 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2690 mm


 

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