2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Volvo 780
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 780 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Volvo 780.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 780. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 780. (143 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 780. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1990 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 780 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
