1985 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 20 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Skoda Rapid R | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Rapid R | 220 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
