2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
