2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 586 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Kia | Volvo |
Model | Sorento | 265 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |