1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 15 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 685 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Toronado | 220 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |