2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sorento | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
