1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 780 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
