2001 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | 850 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
