1980 Saab 900 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 165 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 Saab 900 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Saab 900 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 900 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
