1997 Kia Potentia vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 62 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1983 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Potentia | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Potentia | 240 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |