1972 Volvo 1800 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 335 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 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Volvo 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Volvo 1800 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Volvo | Kia |
Model | 1800 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |