2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1962 Volvo P 1800

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 1800. (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 1800.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Borrego 1962 Volvo P 1800
Make Kia Volvo
Model Borrego P 1800
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3776 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 84.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 68 L


 

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