1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1965 Ford Zodiac is newer by 3 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 255 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Zodiac | 220 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
