1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
Because 1972 Volvo 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volvo 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Volvo 1800 (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
