2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 1978 Opel Senator. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Senator |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |