2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1961 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 898 kg more than 1961 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1961 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
