2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Volvo 220
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 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 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 168 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 270 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 220 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1015 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 | 45 L |
