2004 Kia Rio vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio.
Because 1980 Volvo 245 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Volvo 245. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Rio | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Rio | 245 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
