2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 940. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 940 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 940. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 940. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 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 1990 Volvo 940. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 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 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Cee'd | 940 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |