1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 4 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Vega | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
