1965 Volvo 220 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 42 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Volvo 220 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 220 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
