2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (116 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volvo 740 (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Cee'd | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
