1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 240 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
