1988 Volvo 760 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 583 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 760 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
