1994 Peugeot 806 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 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 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 806 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 806 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
