1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 40 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 127 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 1800 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 1800 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
