1989 Volvo 460 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 625 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Volvo 460 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | 460 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
