2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2330 mm |
