2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Opel Ascona. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 552 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Ascona. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
