2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 735 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Volvo 850. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sorento | 850 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
