1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Potentia | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Potentia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
