1984 Opel Corsa vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1984 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Corsa | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | 220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
