1993 Kia Capital vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital.
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, 2007 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Kia Capital | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Capital | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
