2002 Kia Visto vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2002 Kia Visto is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Visto | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Visto | 360 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
