1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2000 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2000 ZAZ Wagon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2000 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Volvo | ZAZ |
| Model | 220 | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2330 mm |
