1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen Golf | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Golf | 220 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
