1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2000 Volvo C70 is newer by 38 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo C70 weights approximately 389 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, 2000 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
