1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 885 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | 220 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |