1992 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 323 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 323 weights approximately 215 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, 1992 Mazda 323 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mazda 323 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
