2000 Kia Joice vs. 1994 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 850 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 850 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1994 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Joice | 1994 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Joice | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
