1982 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1982 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1982 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Kia Brisa. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1982 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1982 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Kia Brisa | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Brisa | S60 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
