2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 672 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
