2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 197 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volvo 140. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
