2000 Kia Joice vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Joice weights approximately 442 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 343 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Volvo 343. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Joice | 343 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
