1988 Volvo 760 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 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 1988 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 760 | Joice |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
