2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Sportage | 220 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
