1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 42 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volvo | Rover |
| Model | 220 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
