1962 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 908 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 120 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 120 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
