1961 Volvo 220 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 47 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 220 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 220 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
