2005 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Kia | Volvo |
| Model | Retona | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
