1996 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort 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 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. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Escort | 220 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
