2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sorento | Ascona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |