1984 Renault 25 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1962 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
