1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 29 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 835 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Caprice | 220 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
