1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 28 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 35 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Bigua | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
