1989 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 24 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 100 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Audi | Volvo |
Model | 100 | 220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |