2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Pregio | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Pregio | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
