1984 Honda Jazz vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 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 19 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Jazz | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | 220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
