1965 Volvo 220 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Opel Frontera is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 705 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Opel Frontera (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 220 | 2002 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | 220 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
