1996 Kia Retona vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | 265 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
