1989 Buick Estate vs. 1965 Volvo 220

To start off, 1989 Buick Estate 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 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 870 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Buick Estate 1965 Volvo 220
Make Buick Volvo
Model Estate 220
Year Released 1989 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6597 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2610 mm