1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 309 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
