1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 24 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 309 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
