2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
