2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona 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 188 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
