2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 527 kg more than 1964 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 Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 220 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
