1995 Kia Retona vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 41 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2835 mm |
