1995 Opel Tigra vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1995 Opel Tigra is newer by 30 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Tigra weights approximately 40 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, 1995 Opel Tigra (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Tigra | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Tigra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
