1993 Proton Persona vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 220 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Proton Persona | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Proton | Volvo |
| Model | Persona | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
