1998 Kia Potentia vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1998 Kia Potentia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Potentia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164.
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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Potentia | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Potentia | 164 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |