1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 31 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 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 580 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | RS2 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
