1962 Volvo 220 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1962 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Volvo | GAZ |
| Model | 220 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
