2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 275 kg more than 1962 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 120. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 120 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
