2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Borrego | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
